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Chapter 25 — ZONINGArticle 195 — TEMPORARY CANOPY STRUCTURES IN RESIDENTIAL ZONES

§ 25-195

Lynwood Zoning Code · 2026-07 edition · updated 2026-07-25 · Lynwood

25-195-1: DEFINITIONS:

For the purposes of this article, the following words and phrases shall be construed to have the meanings herein set forth:

CANOPY STRUCTURES: All structures, canopies, temporary carports, membrane structures or other canopies that are temporary coverings of plastic, cloth, nylon, or other similar materials supported by a frame, including, but not limited to, prefabricated canopies available from retail outlets.

PROPERTY: The real property or parcel of land or real estate as specified.

TEMPORARY: A maximum of seventy two (72) hours. (Ord. #1625, §1)

25-195-2: STANDARDS AND PROCEDURES:

Temporary canopy structures shall comply with the following standards and procedures:

A. Canopy structures shall not be allowed in driveways, front yard setback areas or side yard setback areas.

B. Canopy structures shall not exceed a height of seven feet (7') from grade to the highest point of such temporary structure.

C. Canopy structures shall not be attached to a residence, accessory structure or other improvement.

D. Canopy structures shall not be used as carports nor be installed over a driveway or other paved area that has vehicular access or is used for vehicle storage. E. No parking or storage shall be permitted in temporary canopy structures.

F. Canopy structures may remain for a maximum of seventy two (72) consecutive hours per three (3) month period. G. Canopy structures shall be open on all sides.

H. Canopy structures may only be located in rear yards and shall be located a minimum of five feet (5') from the side and rear property lines.

I. Canopy structures shall be located a minimum of eleven feet (11') from residences, accessory structures, or other improvements.

J. Canopy structures shall not be larger than one hundred fifty (150) square feet.

K. Canopy structures shall require a plot plan for planning approval.

L. Canopy structures in residential zones that exist at the time of the ordinance codified herein shall be removed immediately or comply with subsection F of this section. M. Canopy structures are not allowed in commercial or industrial zones.

N. Canopy structures that block visibility to a residence from a public right of way for privacy purposes, which otherwise meet the requirements herein, may be permitted for a time that exceeds seventy two (72) hours with the approval of the development services director. (Ord. #1625, §1)

25-195-3: EXCEPTIONS:

A. A permit may be issued administratively for a temporary canopy structure for special family or service events. Such exception shall not exceed seventy two (72) hours and shall not be approved more than three (3) times per calendar year per property.

B. Nothing in this chapter shall be deemed to affect or impair the city’s right to determine that any property is being maintained in such a way as to constitute a violation pursuant to the provisions of this chapter. (Ord. #1625, §1)

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  1. Chapter 25 — ZONING
    Overview
    1. Article 1 — GENERAL PROVISIONS
    2. Article 3 — PLANNING COMMISSION
    3. Article 5 — ZONING DISTRICTS
    4. Article 10 — GENERAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
    5. Article 20 — RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS
    6. Article 21 — FAMILY DAYCARE HOMES
    7. Article 22 — HOUSING ELEMENT SITES
    8. Article 23 — DENSITY BONUS PROVISIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL UNITS
    9. Article 24 — INCLUSIONARY ZONING REGULATIONS
    10. Article 25 — COMMERCIAL DISTRICTS
    11. Article 30 — MANUFACTURING DISTRICT
    12. Article 35 — PUBLIC FACILITIES DISTRICT
    13. Article 40 — OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
    14. Article 45
    15. Article 65 — PARKING AND LOADING
    16. Article 67 — TRIP REDUCTION
    17. Article 70 — SIGNS
    18. Article 75 — TEMPORARY USES AND STRUCTURES
    19. Article 80 — ANTENNAS
    20. Article 85 — ADULT BUSINESS REGULATIONS
    21. Article 90 — PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
    22. Article 91 — GRADING REGULATIONS
    23. Article 92 — CONDITIONAL GRADING COMPLIANCE
    24. Article 93 — EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL
    25. Article 95 — HOME OCCUPATIONS
    26. Article 100 — ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES
    27. Article 110 — GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENTS
    28. Article 115 — ZONING CODE AND ZONING MAP AMENDMENTS
    29. Article 120 — SPECIFIC PLAN ADOPTION AND AMENDMENT
    30. Article 130 — CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS
    31. Article 135 — MAJOR VARIANCES
    32. Article 140 — MINOR VARIANCES
    33. Article 150 — SITE PLAN REVIEW APPROVAL
    34. Article 155 — TEMPORARY USE PERMIT
    35. Article 165 — NONCONFORMING USES AND STRUCTURES
    36. Article 166
    37. Article 170 — COVENANTS FOR EASEMENTS
    38. Article 180 — SUBDIVISION OF LAND
    39. Article 190 — ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
    40. Article 195 — TEMPORARY CANOPY STRUCTURES IN RESIDENTIAL ZONES
    41. Article 200 — DEFINITIONS

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